In this issue, we introduce one of our cashiers, Sierra; talk about the Co-op’s next direction; and tell you how the Co-op makes a difference out in our community. Also, as is usual in the spring issue, we introduce candidates for the Board of Directors.

In this issue we make gluten-free sourdough crepes with Sidonie, meet our Grocery Team Leader Rodney, check out our citrus producers, and give you the low-down on chocolate just in time for Valentine’s Day.

In this issue, we introduce the new Board of Directors, define our “net worth,” build the perfect burger, get you started on winter gardening, and report on the reasons why it’s so hard to trust Monsanto. And, as usual, we’ve provided a beautiful back page infographic created by the Food Co-op’s graphic designer Mindy Dwyer. Click the cover to see what else is inside!

In this issue, we provide a map of the new store layout and profiles on all eight (!) candidates for the four open board positions. There are also several ways to save money on food at the Co-op and recipes to try and enjoy. The newsletter is available for free online (click on the cover image at left) and in our store through June.

Available in the store and in The Port Townsend Leader on September 26. Look for articles on the local tasting trail, vintage photos from our 40th Anniversary timeline, how antioxidants protect you, plastic bag ban, holistic remedies for your pet, building a cider culture and the upcoming class offerings.CommonsOctNovDec2012

Available in the store and also in the Jefferson County and Port Townsend Leader on Wednesday, June 27. Contents include articles on the history of GMOs, biodynamic wines, the new garden art, eating a better breakfast, biomass at the PT Paper Mill, and Let Go Healing Works new project in Port Townsend.